RAFT

OUR PROGRAM – RAFT Teens and preteens often have difficulties coping with stress in their lives. Incidences of self-harm, alcohol and substance abuse, eating disorders, anxiety and depression are increasing at alarming rates and THE PROBLEM IS ONLY GETTING WORSE! In order to ‘tackle’ the problem of teen stress, Toula and her associates have devised a program based on the principles of Positive Psychology, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) and Solution Focused Therapy. These evidence based therapies have been incorporated into aspects of the program to help young people internalise and reflect upon their own individual set of circumstances. Day long or weekend retreats can help young people to get ‘back on track’ and learn to manage whatever they are finding stressful in their lives. For inquiries regarding the program or a list of upcoming events, please contact Toula directly on 0424 834344.At the conclusion of the program, your teen or preteen will be:* Able to identify their stress 'triggers' - both in the past and in the present* Understand more about what stress is and how it has/does affect them* Learn about Positive Psychology, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and how these therapies relate to stress and mental health * Comprehend how stress affects people differently and in what ways* Understand the role of genetics and personality/temperament in relation to stress and mental health* Become aware of how stress affect mental health* Learn more about the stages of stress and how the stages affect behaviour* Identify their current stressors in their life* Learn what they can do in order to reduce their feelings of stress* Learn specific coping strategies so that they can reduce their stress and increase their sense of wellbeingPrices start from $250 per person for day-long program (including morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea) or $500 per person for weekend retreat (including all food and accommodation) Please note a minimum of six participants per course.